I’m the master of seeing the upside of things. Some people call me an optimist. Some call me positive. I call me sarcastic.

I’ve listed some stresses in my life. They are bold. Both figuratively and literally.

(Key for this post…Stresser: Subsequent Upside)

Wearing tights, nylons and other restrictive shit to work since the weather turned cold: control top.

Commute to work was slowed down by dumb slow drivers in the fast lane: I was prevented from getting a speeding ticket.

Cost of Botox is crazy ridiculous: There is no evidence (through wrinkles lines) that the cost stressed me out.

I have severe pressure at work with deadlines and projects: This one never gets old. I HAVE A JOB. Too many people forget that one.

Mail for my live in ex-boyfriend keeps getting delivered to my house  (he hasn’t lived here for years): The articles in Maxim are actually interesting.

I got the card from my dentist to schedule a cleaning: I have teeth. They help make a smile look so much better.

I’m nursing a mild sleep deprived wine hangover: I enjoyed every sip of wine.

Fucked up sleeping patterns: Some people are used to a 1/2 hour intermission at the theatre to get refreshed. I get 1-2 hour blocks in the middle of the night to toss and turn and watch bad tv. Double upside…I caught up on a few stupid reality shows.

I’m blowing through money to travel for friends’ events out of state: I have friends. And who needs money when you have friends?

Okay, back to focusing on all the good in life. Have a great day. And remember, there is ALWAYS an upside.

I’m making this post short. Mainly because I’m in a foul mood. And I’m forcing myself to see the upside of life. You know how fucking hard that is to do when you’re as pissy as I am right now?

Stresser: Subsequent Upside

Boobs seemed to have grown a size overnight causing my standard black dress to be snug on top: Makes my waist look super tiny.

Forgot to eat breakfast: Eating Cheetos for breakfast totally guilt free. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and that’s all I had in my office.

Rush to get out the door today: See above upside.

My to-do list at work is HUGE and growing: I have a job.

Need to respond to an email my ex sent me: He’s my ex.

I have a business lunch I’m not prepared for: It’s an expensed lunch.

Cancelled my session with my trainer tonight: Booked a 90 minute massage instead.

My feet hurt in my heels as soon as I put them on, but only when I walk: I have feet and I can walk (yay, two upsides!).

Worried that eating all these Cheetos will make me fat: I can blame the person who gave them to me as a gift. And call him a bastard for making me fat.

Enough. I’ve go plenty to be happy about. If I keep telling myself that, my mood will change, right? Maybe I’ll just quietly get through the day and come back tomorrow all fucking happy.

Carry on with your day people. Hugs and love and all that shit!